We traveled the entire state of Michigan -- from the Lower Peninsula to the Upper Peninsula, as well as Detroit, Lansing, Saginaw, Flint, Ann Arbor, Jackson and other smaller communities -- and we found it here!

Our Michigan's Best Team of Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez then visited each finalist to actually dine at each restaurant learn more about each one's story.

It was a tough choice.

But El Tapatio won us over with an overall presentation, great drink menu and homemade - yes, homemade corn masa tortillas that they make every day on site.

We surprised them with the big news on Wednesday, June 13.

Of the 41 restaurants were visited, only three made their own tortillas. But that's not the only reason we picked El Tapatio.

Family members and owner Jorge, Rosanna and Jose Hernandez have made this Muskegon restaurant a perfect destination if you want a true, authentic experience.

Finding inspiration from their hometown of Ocotlan, Jalisco, Mexico, the family learned to cook from their parents and grandparents, but also by having competitions on Sundays after church.

They would have contests where each sibling tried to outdo each other. That passion followed them when they moved to the U.S. in the '80s, eventually opening a restaurant near the current spot in 2004.

Two years ago, they opened the current location, which helped them expand with a full bar (make sure to try the Mexican cocktails and margaritas) and entertainment.

Along with the fresh tortillas, which are made with a fresh corn masa and are thicker than traditional corn tortillas, the whole menu is a winner.

Tacos, flautas, fajitas, chile relleno - you name it, they brought it out! We loved the Pollo en Salsa Poblana, which may have been our favorite dish on the whole trip. It packs a little heat, but that's what makes it so good.

Also, the guacamole is a must. It's creamy smooth with cilantro, onions and jalapenos. Just a bit of heat. It's time to visit Muskegon, folks.